Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Listed on 2026-10-20
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Nursing
Travel Nurse, RN Nurse, ICU Nurse, Surgical Assistant
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.
- Specialty:
PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care - Discipline:
RN - Start Date:
11/02/2026 - Duration:
13 weeks - 36 hours per week
- Shift:
12 hours, days - Employment Type:
Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours:
36 hrs/wk - Start Date:
Nov 2, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring a PACU RN for a Level I trauma center with recent ICU and PACU experience required, along with a DC RN license.
Details- PACU unit at a Level I trauma center hospital
- Night shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts totaling 36 hours per week
- On-call requirements include rotating Saturday day shifts and weekend on-call coverage
- Travelers must select 1-2 Saturday shifts per 8-week schedule and 2 day/2 night on-call shifts per 8-week period
- On-call shifts include Saturday 7p-730a, Sunday 7a-730p and 7p-730a
- Documents post-operative patient care using EMR charting system
- Active DC RN license required, no pending licenses accepted
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required (AHA only)
- CPAN, TNCC, and CCRN certifications highly desirable
- Minimum 2 years recent PACU/Preop experience required
- Minimum 1-2 years recent ICU and/or Level I trauma center PACU experience required
- Surgicenter experience not accepted due to lower patient acuity
- Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program required
- BSN highly desired
- Strong critical thinking skills and ability to work independently required
- Two manager or supervisor references required, verifying experience within the past 12 months with at least one from the most recent employer
- Monitor post-operative patients' recovery and consciousness levels from anesthesia and provide updates to the medical team
- Obtain and record patient vital signs and observe for anesthesia side effects
- Treat pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms and administer medication as prescribed
- Update patient charts, files, and medical records
- Educate patients and families on post-surgery care and address questions
- Must reside within 50 miles of the facility
- First-time travelers may be considered based on experience qualifications
American Traveler Job #P-773944. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - PACU
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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